Please read all instructions before opening bag

NOTE: These instructions apply to treated paper as well as fabric!

Use within 6 months for best printing results (bright blues and good contrast).

When you open the black bag,the white fabric or paper will appear yellow/green or greyish blue depending on what material you are using. (The colored fabrics will look like a dulled version of the color). The final blue color will not be visible until the material has been exposed, rinsed and dried The fabrics are fully treated which means both sides have the cyanotype chemicals and you can print on either side. The paper has been .coated on one side only so print your design on the side that is a green/blue color. PRACTICE on a small sample piece of fabric first to get used to the process. Please do not attempt printing a large piece until you have practiced with a small piece first!

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***** Important Care Instructions *****

• Blueprints are photographs – not dyes.

• The image is permanent, but the blue color will change to yellow if washed with phosphates, soda, borax or bleach.

• To preserve the original blue color – hand wash using only a small amount of NON-PHOSPHATE liquid soap. Rinse thoroughly and dry flat.

• Dry cleaning is NOT recommended.

• Blueprints can be ironed using a dry iron. The blue will change slightly while warm and return to the original color when cool.

Blueprinting Instructions

1. Prepare design indoors out of direct sunlight.

2. Pin material to cardboard or foam pinning board.

3. Arrange design objects on material.

4. Pin design objects in place or cover with a piece of safety glass (non UV blocking).

5. Take prepared fabric outside and place directly facing the sun.

6. Exposure time is approximately

• 5-10 minutes on a warm, sunny day • 15-30 minutes on cooler days

7. Remove from direct sunlight and then remove design objects.

8. Rinse thoroughly in plain water until water runs clear.

9. (Optional) Add a teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide to the rinse water . This will cause the blue color to immediately deepen to its final color - otherwise the blue color will deepen over a period of 24 hours.

10. Lay flat, OUT of direct sunlight, until dry.

HAVE FUN!!

Tips for Printing

Almost anything can be used to create an image. Keep in mind that whatever is covered and does not receive exposure to uv light will remain the color of the fabric or paper after exposure and rinsing with water. Only the uncovered areas will receive the uv light and will turn blue after exposure and rinsing with water. The more opaque the object is - the better it will block the uv light exposure and a very transparent object will allow some uv light through and will allow the material to slightly expose. You can create photo negatives by printing or drawing images on clear transparency sheets. You will lay the transparency sheet on the piece of paper or fabric and then place a piece of non uv blocking glass or acrylic on top of the transparency to hold the transparency in tight contact with the treated fabric or paper.

Do not get fabric wet before or during exposure. Make sure your hands are dry before handling the fabric. Also be sure that what you place on the fabric (and what you place the fabric on) to expose is dry.

****Practice on a small sample piece of fabric first to get used to the process. Fabric will be yellow-green when unexposed. The final blue color will not be visible until the fabric has been printed, rinsed and dried. Design blueprints using almost anything, leaves, lace, toys, confetti, drawings on acetate transparencies, old glass negatives....

Unexposed fabric CAN be ironed before exposure. Use a DRY iron that does not spit or leak water. Use a cotton or silk setting (depending on fabric to be ironed). Iron on wrong side of fabric and/or use a pressing cloth.

A small amount of 3% Hydrogen Peroxide (1 teaspoon H.P. to one gallon water) can be used in the first rinse water. This will cause the blue color to immediately deepen to it's final color.

RINSE FABRIC THOROUGHLY and DRY OUT OF DIRECT SUNLIGHT!

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR PRINTING SPECIALTY FABRICS

Please read through all instructions and try a sample piece first and then try it again until you are sure that you know what you are doing. Contact us with any issues or questions before proceeding!

Thicker fabrics require a bit more practice. Canvas is thick and stiff. Velvet and velveteen have a nap that absorbs a lot of chemistry. Slightly overexposing your print on these fabrics allows the uv light to penetrate the layers of the nap and thickness and will generally allow a deeper, clearer print. Extra rinsing is required with these fabrics. Rinse and soak in warm water until the water is clear - then soak in warm water for 5 minutes and make sure that the water is clear - if not continue soaking and rinsing until all excess chemistry is removed. Lay flat on a clean towel to dry or hang to dry. Do not dry in the sun. After print is completely dry - it is OK to be out in the sun again. If any brown spots develop - just rinse in warm water until clear.

Have fun!

Use within 6 months (silks and paper) and 12 months (cottons) for best printing results (bright blues and good contrast).

Store extra fabric in sealed black plastic bag in a cool, dry place.

PLEASE NOTE: The fabric or paper will tend to darken over time even when sealed in black bag - do not assume that fabric or paper is expired - give it a try - sometimes all that is needed is a longer rinse in hot water after exposure.

Trouble Shooting

• Blurry prints: This is a contact printing process. Transparencies and negatives must be firmly in contact with the fabric. Pin carefully, or use a piece of heavy glass to press design elements to fabric. Board must be perpendicular to the sun for even exposure. Printing in cloudy weather does not provide distinct shadows

• Water spots: Caused by wet hands or wet leaves dripping on the fabric or paper before or during the process.

• Streaks: Brown on back of print, dark line on front. Fabric or paper not well rinsed. Rinse again immediately.

• Dark blue prints: Black areas of transparencies not dense enough, too little toner or ink. Too long in the sun, reduce exposure time. Not well rinsed, and print continues to expose.

Inhalation: Inhalation of dust may cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. Ingestion: Low toxicity in small quantities but larger dosages may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and black stool. Pink urine discoloration is a strong indicator of iron poisoning. Liver damage, coma, and death from iron poisoning has been recorded. Skin Contact: Mild irritant to skin due to acidic nature of ferric salts. Eye Contact: Mild irritant due to acidic nature of ferric salts. Chronic Exposure: No information found. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or eye problems, or impaired liver, kidney or respiratory function may be more susceptible to the effects of the substance.

4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty. Ingestion: Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Skin Contact: Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops. Eye Contact: Wash thoroughly with running water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Fire: As with most organic solids, fire is possible at elevated temperatures or by contact with an ignition source. Explosion: Not considered to be an explosion hazard. Fire Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire. Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. Spills: Clean up spills in a manner that does not disperse dust into the air. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering by moistening with water. Pick up spill for recovery or disposal and place in a closed container.

7. Handling and Storage

Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage. Protect from light. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Airborne Exposure Limits: -ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): 1 mg/m3 (TWA) soluble iron salt as Fe Ventilation System: A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details. Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved): If the exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls are not feasible, a half facepiece particulate respirator (NIOSH type N95 or better filters) may be worn for up to ten times the exposure limit or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest.. A full-face piece particulate respirator (NIOSH type N100 filters) may be worn up to 50 times the exposure limit, or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency, or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. If oil particles (e.g. lubricants, cutting fluids, glycerine, etc.) are present, use a NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres. Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing. Eye Protection: Safety glasses. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.

12. Ecological Information

Environmental Fate: No information found.

13. Disposal Considerations

Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.

Australian Hazchem Code: None allocated. Poison Schedule: None allocated. WHMIS: This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.

16. Other Information

NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0Label Hazard Warning: CAUTION! MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES, AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. Label Precautions: Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Label First Aid: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty. In all cases call a physician. Product Use: Laboratory Reagent.